Occasional Babysitter

Occasional Babysitter in the Oakmore Neighborhood, Oakland, CA, 94602

A lovely family in the Oakmore neighborhood is seeking an occasional babysitter for their 1-year-old son, starting November 2026. Care is needed 1–4 times per month for date nights or occasional afternoons when the parents are working. The family is looking for a warm, reliable, and engaging caregiver who speaks English or Spanish and can provide attentive care for their son.

• Start Date: November 19, 2026
• Length of Position: Long-term
• Schedule: Occasional backup care, 1–4 times per month, with no guaranteed hours and one week's notice
• Typical Needs: Friday evenings, anytime between 6:30 PM and 10:30 PM, or weekends between 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM, with a minimum of 3 hours per shift
• Compensation: $30 per hour

Responsibilities

• Engage the child in age-appropriate play
• Read books and interact with the child
• Feed the child prepared meals
• Help with the bedtime routine and put the child to bed

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of paid, professional childcare experience
• English and/or Spanish speaker
• CPR certified, or willing to become certified
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Able to provide 2 childcare-related professional references
• Able to successfully clear a background and social media screening
• Comfortable around a friendly, hypoallergenic mini Bernedoodle; no pet care required

Compensation:

This position pays $30 per hour, with occasional care needed 1–4 times per month. There are no guaranteed hours.